Attorney Development & Strategy Lead

LHH; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Additional wellness and employee care

Job summary

LHH, in partnership with a law firm, seeks a Legal Talent Development Manager to evolve and expand attorney development initiatives, building innovative learning and career strategies that support growth and success.

This highly collaborative role offers visibility across the firm, partnering with leadership, practice groups and talent professionals to drive impactful programs, mentoring, coaching, and data-informed improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in attorney development or related field.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or J.D. preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills.
• Proven project management experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and best practices.
• Interest in emerging legal industry trends, including AI and legal tech.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Partner with practice group leaders to assess development needs and implement targeted training.
• Design and manage curricula focused on substantive legal training and professional skills.
• Develop experiential learning opportunities and technology-enabled training.
• Research trends and integrate innovative approaches into development programs.
• Support mentoring, sponsorship, and coaching initiatives.
• Advise attorneys on career planning and advancement opportunities.
• Analyze feedback to identify trends and improve offerings.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on firmwide development priorities.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Collaboration

Project management

Confidentiality

Adult learning

Education

Bachelor's degree

J.D. or advanced degree

Job description

LHH, in partnership with a law firm, seeks a Legal Talent Development Manager to evolve and expand attorney development initiatives, building innovative learning and career strategies that support growth and success.

This highly collaborative role offers visibility across the firm, partnering with leadership, practice groups and talent professionals to drive impactful programs, mentoring, coaching, and data-informed improvements.